Caretaker, Building Maintenance, Maintenance Worker

Caretaker - Secondary School

Location: Heaton Chapel, Stockport
Start Date: ASAP
Contract: Full-Time
Hours: Monday to Friday, school hours

Caretaker - Join a Supportive Secondary School in Stockport

Cover People are currently working in partnership with a welcoming and community-focused secondary school in the Heaton Chapel area of Stockport to recruit a reliable, proactive and hands-on Caretaker for a full-time position starting ASAP
.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Caretaker, Site Assistant, Facilities Assistant or someone with a strong practical background who takes pride in maintaining a safe, clean and welcoming environment for students, staff and visitors.

The successful candidate will play an important role in the day-to-day running of the school, supporting the wider site and facilities team and helping ensure the school remains a safe and well-maintained environment.

This is a relatively small, community-focused secondary school with a strong emphasis on developing the whole child alongside academic achievement. The school places considerable importance on its values of Service, Ambition, Compassion, Respect, Equality and Determination
, creating an environment built around positive relationships, high expectations and inclusion. Staff are encouraged to contribute to the wider school community and play an important role in creating a positive experience for students.

As a Caretaker, you will support the school's Site and Facilities team with the effective day-to-day operation and maintenance of the school premises.

Responsibilities are likely to include:

• Carrying out general maintenance and basic repairs around the school site
• Ensuring classrooms, communal areas and external areas are safe, clean and well maintained
• Supporting the opening and closing of the school premises
• Carrying out routine site checks and reporting any maintenance or health and safety issues
• Assisting with furniture, equipment and room set-ups
• Supporting contractors and external visitors when required
• Maintaining outdoor areas and the general appearance of the school site
• Responding promptly to practical issues that arise during the school day
• Supporting the school in maintaining a safe environment for students, staff and visitors
• Following school health and safety, safeguarding and site procedures

The school is looking for someone who is reliable, practical and proactive
, with a genuine pride in maintaining a high-quality school environment.

You will ideally have:

• Previous experience in a Caretaker, Site Assistant, Facilities, Maintenance or similar practical role
• Good general maintenance and DIY skills
• The ability to identify and respond to maintenance issues
• Strong organisational and time-management skills
• Good communication skills and a professional manner
• The ability to work independently and as part of a wider team
• A flexible and positive approach to supporting the needs of the school
• A strong awareness of health and safety
• A commitment to providing a safe and welcoming environment for young people

Previous school experience is desirable but not essential
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